Stillwater News Press

12/17/2024

Most days, Jim McCaslin can be seen bent over a workbench covered in sawdust, but on Dec. 7, he was seen at the Payne County Expo Center, side-by-side with his wife, Janice, talking about “wonky” birdhouses.

Most days, Jim McCaslin can be seen bent over a workbench covered in sawdust, but on Dec. 7, he was seen at the Payne County Expo Center, side-by-side with his

12/16/2024

"You can really start to get a feel for the scale of the new facility."

The new Stillwater High School building in the old Cimarron Plaza is taking shape.

12/14/2024

Stillwater Public Schools continues to help its students receive more mental health support and substance abuse prevention.

12/14/2024

The No. 2-ranked Stillwater High School wrestling team defeated No. 4 Bixby, 51-21, in the first dual of its 2024-25 season at Pioneer Field House. The Pioneers recorded seven falls in their 10 victories.

Wrestling is back in Stillwater in a big way.

12/14/2024

“We, of course, are constantly monitoring where we are."

Stillwater Public Schools administration addressed staffing reductions for the 2025-26 school year at its Board meeting Tuesday, saying the goal is to align with pre-COVID staffing ratios.

12/13/2024

Stillwater’s La Quinta Inn by Wyndham staff will host its annual kids Christmas carnival from 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 at its location at 5285 W. 6th Ave.

Stillwater’s La Quinta Inn by Wyndham staff will host its annual kids Christmas carnival from 5-8 p.m. Saturday at its location at 5285 W. 6th Ave.

12/13/2024

"We have far exceeded all of our expectations, and we are so happy to now be able to ... share some of the concrete findings that we have."

Pete’s Pet Posse, a pet therapy program at Oklahoma State University, has been providing emotional support to OSU faculty, staff and students for more than 10 years.

12/13/2024

WOODWARD – A heavily disputed federal plan to use about 600 miles of Oklahoma land as a corridor for a national electrical transmission line has been halted after push-back from Oklahoma residents and legislators.

WOODWARD – A heavily disputed federal plan to use about 600 miles of Oklahoma land as a corridor for a national electrical transmission line has been halted after push-back from

12/13/2024

Mike Gundy is bringing back a familiar face as his offensive coordinator for 2025.

12/13/2024

Having been on an extended leave due to illness since October, Superintendent Uwe Gordon has announced his intention to retire in June, according to a release from Stillwater Public Schools.

12/11/2024

Monday, many of the same people, some newcomers and Payne County Commissioners met again to talk about a modern challenge to rural life: The development of alternative energy corridors through Payne County and Oklahoma.

Monday, many of the same people, some newcomers and Payne County Commissioners met again to talk about a modern challenge to rural life: The development of alternative energy corridors through

12/09/2024

Oklahoma State hired Todd Grantham as its new defensive coordinator, first reported by Pokes Report.

12/08/2024

Wreaths Across America will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 14 at Fairlawn Cemetery in Stillwater.

Carolyn Gang, chair of the Wreaths Across America program in Stillwater, shares about the event, which will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 14 at Fairlawn Cemetery in Stillwater.

12/08/2024

Election filings for area school boards ended Wednesday. Two candidates filed for the Stillwater Public Schools Board of Education Office No. 5, which is currently held by Board President Marshall Baker.

Election filings for area school boards ended Wednesday.

12/07/2024

The Salvation Army seeks more donors to fill children’s wishlists for its Angel Tree Program, and the deadline is Dec. 11.

12/07/2024

The Stillwater History Museum’s “Community Variety Ensemble Concert” will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday in the museum’s cultural center at 702 S. Duncan St.

12/07/2024

Oklahoma State has decided to stick with coach Mike Gundy, finalizing a restructured contract.

Oklahoma State has decided to stick with coach Mike Gundy, finalizing a restructured contract, first reported by Pokes Report.

12/07/2024

The News Press rounded up many holiday happenings and some opportunities to give and participate in community this season.